Description:

This 4th edition work presents a thorough review of anatomy and biomechanics of each body region, application of specific tests and measurements, musculoskeletal pathology, and effective treatment strategies. Our previously used authors continue to share evidence-based techniques in orthopaedic physical therapy evaluation, assessment, and intervention. The first monograph describes the multifaceted process of clinical reasoning and utilization of evidence-based practice physical therapy management. The remaining monographs each cover a major joint region of the body, from the cervical spine and temporomandibular joint to the foot and ankle. Each monograph concludes with case scenarios that require clinical problem solving and allows readers to compare their answers with the experts’ rationale. Take advantage of this convenient and challenging opportunity to enhance your background and sharpen your reasoning skills.

Objectives:​

Define clinical reasoning as presented in the contemporary research literature and explain how clinical reasoning is a necessary tool in the application of evidence to practice.

Describe the clinically relevant anatomy, biomechanics, and pathomechanics of each region of the body.

Understand the pathology, diagnosis, and intervention for common dysfunctions, disorders, injuries, and lesions of each body region.

Discuss differential diagnosis and medical screening in physical therapy including the presence of red or yellow flags and indications for referral to another health care provider.

Understand the medical diagnosis and the associated physical therapy diagnosis related to trauma and degenerative pathologies, as well as those following surgical intervention.

Identify and describe impairments and functional losses as a consequence of pathology.

Be able to choose appropriate evidence-based therapeutic interventions for rehabilitation based on findings from self-report measures and the examination process.

Understand the role of clinical prediction rules and classification-based treatment strategies.

Understand the risks and benefits associated with physical therapy interventions directed at specific areas of the body.

Critique rehabilitation progressions, prognosis, and outcomes for selected common pathologies for each area of the body.

Discuss the indications and contraindications for joint mobilization techniques.